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- RHSA-2022:6170
RHSA-2022:6170: Important: rsync security update
First published: Wed Aug 24 2022(Updated: )
The rsync utility enables the users to copy and synchronize files locally or across a network. Synchronization with rsync is fast because rsync only sends the differences in files over the network instead of sending whole files. The rsync utility is also used as a mirroring tool.<br>Security Fix(es):<br><li> rsync: remote arbitrary files write inside the directories of connecting peers (CVE-2022-29154)</li> For more details about the security issue(s), including the impact, a CVSS score, acknowledgments, and other related information, refer to the CVE page(s) listed in the References section.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/rsync | <3.1.2-11.el7_9 | 3.1.2-11.el7_9 |
| redhat/rsync | <3.1.2-11.el7_9 | 3.1.2-11.el7_9 |
| redhat/rsync-debuginfo | <3.1.2-11.el7_9 | 3.1.2-11.el7_9 |
| redhat/rsync-debuginfo | <3.1.2-11.el7_9 | 3.1.2-11.el7_9 |
| redhat/rsync | <3.1.2-11.el7_9 | 3.1.2-11.el7_9 |
| redhat/rsync-debuginfo | <3.1.2-11.el7_9 | 3.1.2-11.el7_9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of RHSA-2022:6170?
The severity of RHSA-2022:6170 is classified as important.
How do I fix RHSA-2022:6170?
To fix RHSA-2022:6170, update the rsync package to version 3.1.2-11.el7_9.
What versions of rsync are affected by RHSA-2022:6170?
Versions of rsync prior to 3.1.2-11.el7_9 are affected by RHSA-2022:6170.
Is RHSA-2022:6170 applicable to rsync-debuginfo packages?
Yes, RHSA-2022:6170 applies to rsync-debuginfo packages as well.
What is rsync and why is it important in RHSA-2022:6170?
Rsync is a utility for copying and synchronizing files, and its vulnerability in RHSA-2022:6170 could compromise file integrity security.
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